What I know about my topic:Things that I know about my topic are that gas prices are very high right now, and many people are affected by the price. People are getting cars with better gas mileage to save some money.
What I need to find out about my topic:
How the gas prices started rising and why can't we make our own gas instead of buy it from other countries. Also how can the economy help stop the rise of gas prices.
Search terms I can use to find information about my topic:



Gas pricesGasDiging for oilGas stationsBarrel of oilMiddle eastern oil refineriesHow much does oil costUSA economy







Information I found today (at least 5 points):
- In 2006 oil prices broke $60 a barrel
-The world market produces 95 million barrels a day
-Crude oil is produced and refined to make petroleum products
-now a barrel of oil cost $127 which is sold at 3.00 a gallon
- Japan, Europe, and Korea import almost 100% of oil